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Bolivians
to Elect New President, Parliament
La
Paz, 17 Aug (ONA) — Nearly 8 million Bolivians are heading to polling stations
today to vote for a new president, vice president, and parliament.
Opinion
polls indicate that conservative opposition candidates are leading, potentially
marking a shift in power after nearly two decades of leftist rule.
Outgoing
President Luis Arce is not seeking re-election, while former leader Evo Morales
has been barred from running by a court order.
Bolivia
is grappling with a severe economic crisis characterized by foreign currency
shortages, fuel scarcity, and high inflation.
The
winner will assume the presidency for a five-year term in November.
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